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Remaining 2009 Events and Special Open Days

Pictures from past events can be viewed on our FotoPic website.

Ipswich Engineering Day - Sunday 19th July

A celebration of the great engineering heritage of Ipswich between 11am - 4pm. We celebrate proud companies such as Ransomes, Simms & Jefferies, Reavells and Ransomes & Rapier with special displays and free bus tours of the old engineering sites of Ipswich. Former employees can also meet their old colleagues in the afternoon.

Middy Joint Admission Day - Sunday 2nd August

From 11am to 4pm - See both museums in one day, ride on a steam train and take the connecting classic bus. Special bus service with a classic bus (fare payable) will operate from Ipswich Station and Ipswich Old Cattle Market Bus Station to both Museums. Ring the Museum for special bus timetable or see the website in July 2009.

Ride a Fire Engine Day - Bank Holiday Monday 31st August

A really special day for all lovers of Fire Engines, open from 11am - 4pm. We plan to give rides on at least three of the Museums magnificent old fire engines and expect to have visiting engines old and new!

Come and Ride on our Buses - Sunday 4th October

The biggest museum event of the year! Ride for free on over 20 classic buses, from the Museum collection and visitors old and new, open from 11am - 4pm. Free bus services will link the town centre, station and a free park & ride operation.

Wheels by Lamplight - Saturday 17th October

A long standing and really special event that draws lamp enthusiasts from far and wide! Open from 7pm to 9pm The Museum is illuminated by hundreds of old oil and paraffin lamps. Please apply for advanced tickets. THE EVENT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN.

Christmas Cracker - Saturday 5th December

This established event is a Family Day with a Christmas Theme and closes the Museums season. Included in the admission prices are bus & fire engine rides, musical entertainment and more. Open from 11am - 4pm.

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